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Electrical connection
WARNING
9
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor may result in electric shock. Have the
appliance checked by a qualified technician or
licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether
the washer has been properly grounded.
WARNING
9
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO
NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to
connect the washing machine to the power supply.
WARNING
9
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
Only pull out the power cord by the plug end and
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never by the cable, as this could damage it.
Never touch or hold the plug end or power cord
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with wet hands.
Never unplug the plug end or power cord during
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operation.
Grounding Instructions
WARNING
9
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for the electric current. This appliance is
equipped with a cord that has an equipment
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If
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the plug will not fit into the outlet have a properly
grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do
not cut, remove or bypass the grounding prong on the
washer power cord plug.
The washer power cord plug must be easily
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accessible when the washer is operating.
When unplugging or plugging in the washer power
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cord, grasp the plug end. Do not pull on the cable to
unplug the washer.
The household electrical supply must be suitable for
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the voltage specification shown on the washer rating
18
plate (located inside the washer door, immediately
below the drum opening).
~ Purchase information; Page 4
See the table below for connection specifications and
fuse/breaker requirements.
Volts
Hertz
240
60
The wiring for the electrical outlet circuit must be
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sufficient to meet the appliance requirements. Use of a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is
recommended.
Protect the power cord from physical damage, such as
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being twisted, kinked, pinched, caught in a door, or
walked upon.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
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qualified technician to avoid a fire/shock hazard.
Replacement power cords can be purchased through
Customer Service.
~ Customer Service; Page 4
The washing machine must only be connected to an
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individual branch circuit via a receptacle which has
been properly installed and grounded.
Make sure that:
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- the power plug fits into the receptacle
- the wire size is sufficient
- the grounding system is properly installed
The power cord may be replaced by an electrician
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only. Replacement power cords can be purchased
from Customer Service. To reduce the risk of fire or
electrical shock, DO NOT use an extension cord or an
adapter to connect the washing machine to the power
supply. If a ground fault circuit breaker is to be used,
only use the types marked with the following symbol:
. Only this symbol can assure compliance with all
z
current regulations.
Ampers
Watts
12
2,300 max.
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